In a message dated 7/2/2006 9:59:22 PM Central Standard Time,
tr3driver@comcast.net writes:
> >I am looking at installing the new rubber bumpers on the rear axle. Since
>
> >they don't streach far enough to clear the bearing flange the only
> >way I can see
> >to install them is to cut them and tie them with safety wire (or zip ties).
>
> >Before I pass the point of no return I ask: "Am I missing something?"
>
> I don't think so. That's the way the originals went on, too.
>
OK. Thanks. I thought that maybe the original rubber pieces would stretch
enough to clear the bearing hub and leaf spring mount and these poly units were
just too stiff. When I peeled off the 49 year old parts they were so
deteriorated I couldn't tell if they were split or not.
Cheers
Dave
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